Previous Year Session Recordings

Session Recordings

• What Does 2022 Have in Store for Michigan in Terms of Weather

  Published on March 8, 2022

  Join MSU Ag Climatologist, Jeff Andresen to learn more about what the weather might look like for the 2022 growing season.

• Utilizing drone technology on our farm – from seeding cover crops to scouting

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Hear from Jay Williams of Stoney Rige Farms and Williams Specialty Drone Services on how they've incorporated the use of drone technology into their farming operation.

• Using High Voltage Electricity to Aid in Weed Control - Investigating the Practicality of the Weed Zapping - Annihilator Series

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Learn more about using high voltage electricity for weed control.

• Utilizing Ground Based Rover Technology Across Fields to Aid in Management of Pests, Apply Inputs, Etc

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Learn more about ground based rover technology and how it can help with pest and disease management.

• Land Management & Conservation Practices Provide Options for Ag and Solar Integration - Pollinator Habitat in Solar Energy Sites

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Series of three presentations describing various practices and how they can be implemented. The first will discuss solar sites designed to provide habitat for pollinating insects using the Michigan Pollinator Habitat Planning Scorecard for Solar Sites.

• Capability of Aerial Drones of Today and Tomorrow to Remote Sense and Apply Crop Chemicals

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Kirk Babock, an agricultural drone pilot will share the capabilities and reach of remote sensing and chemical application through the use of drones

• Envisioning the Evolving Role of Aerial Drones for Improved Crop Management & Environmental Protection on Farms

  Published on March 7, 2022

  Join Bruno Basso to learn more about aerial drones and the ever-changing role they can play in making improvements and collecting data on the farm.

• What will we Likely see in Farm Equipment Automation over the Next 10-20 Years

  Published on March 7, 2022

  The agricultural industry faces a multitude of fast changing dynamics with technology and the associated data as two of the biggest. Learn more about new technology and automation from Scott Shearer with Ohio State University.

• Fruit Presenter Panel Discussion of the Week's Horticultural Topics

  Published on March 4, 2022

  Attendees at the MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference who participated in the fruit track, week 1 with horticultural topics were able to hear from an expert panel of presenters from the week's sessions. This panel spent the Friday hour answering attendee submitted questions based on the week's topics.

• Getting Finance Ready: Lending for Small-Scale Producers

  Published on March 3, 2022

  From your financial records to your relationship with lender, there are steps you can take to prepare for financing before you need it. Join this session to learn what it takes for producers to get finance ready.

• Financial Record Keeping 101: Starting with the Right Foot Forward

  Published on March 3, 2022

  Learn about the basics of accounting, look at various farm recordkeeping systems, and get ready to set up your own system according to your needs.

• Digging in: How to pick and prepare a site for a fruit planting

  Published on February 28, 2022

  Join Emily Lavely to learn more about how to pick the best location and prepare it for planting fruit.

• Tree Fruit and Small Fruit Varieties in Michigan

  Published on February 3, 2022

  Bill Shane and Cheyenne Sloan will discuss the varieties of tree fruit and small fruit best suited for growing in Michigan.

• The Why and How for Training, Pruning, and Crop Management in Small Fruit and Tree Fruit

  Published on February 2, 2022

  Learn more about the reasons for training and pruning, as well as examples on how to train, prune and manage the crop in small fruit and tree fruit

• Weather Outlook for 2021 in Michigan, Our Changing Growing Season Trends

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - Weather and Wildlife Session: The session will discuss the weather outlook for the 2021 growing season. Jeff Andresen, MSU Ag Climatolgist, will discuss what his crystal ball has in store for growers for 2021, and how the changing trends may impact crop growth and pest management.

• Veterans in AG / Horticulture

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - Horticulture & Natural Resources Session: Nearly 200,000 military service members re-enter the civilian job market every year. Many of them are turning to careers in agriculture to take advantage of their military skillsets or prior farm experience. In this session, learn about the most in-demand resources for veteran farmers, where to find them, and how to use them.

• Home Beekeeping

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - Horticulture & Natural Resources Session: Home Beekeeping: Are you curious about what it takes to become a beekeeper? Learn about the many factors to consider before deciding if beekeeping is right for you. This presentation will cover the first steps for getting started with beekeeping as well as steps everyone can take to support pollinators.

• Irrigation Management to Improve Yield and Water Use Efficiency While Minimizing Foliar Disease

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - Irrigation Session: As irrigators your choice of when to start irrigating, how much to apply and when to start the next application result in how much irrigation water it takes to achieve the yield and the number of times the crop was wetted. We will explore some of the tools and techniques available to help you as an irrigator maximize yield, while minimizing water use and disease potential.

• How to work constructively with townships workshop for Agricultural Producers and Ag Entrepreneurs

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - General Interest Session: Are you considering diversifying your farm operations to include things like agritourism or events? Many local governments in Michigan use planning zoning to regulate these type of land uses and it’s important to understand those regulations and how to work with your local unit of government on your plans. MSU Extension Educator Tyler Augst will give brief overview of planning and zoning in Michigan, what to look for in your local zoning ordinance, and tips for working with your local officials.

• Understanding the Michigan Food Law - How to start a business in your home kitchen

  Published on February 19, 2021

  MI Ag Ideas to Grow With 2021 - General Interest Session: Do you have a recipe that your friends and family love? Do you have the time and financial resources to devote to launching your own business? The Michigan Cottage Food Law allows for the production of some types of low-risk foods in a home kitchen for direct-to-consumer sales. Attend this workshop to learn about what types of food items are permitted, labeling requirements and resources for understanding the basics of launching a Cottage Food Business.